Its headquarters are located in Pikesville, Maryland, United States.

It has 9,000 members [7] and it operates with more than 40 branches [8] throughout the United States and Canada, and has global partners in twenty-one countries.

The IDA provides information about dyslexia on its website, publishes a peer-reviewed scientific journal (Annals of Dyslexia), publishes newsletter updates to members; provides referral services to individuals and professionals; advocates for the rights of individuals with dyslexia through the legal and Federal legislative systems.

IDA is working to match increasing demand for teacher training and teacher preparation aligned with the IDA Knowledge & Practice standards.

The IDA provides peer reviewed Fact Sheets [10] and access to regional experts that together help support grassroots state and regional educational and advocacy efforts.